Part-Time Nurse Care Manager (Clinical Research Nurse)

The Rebuild, Overcome, and Rise (ROAR) Center at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, has an opportunity for a Nurse Care Manager (Clinical Research Nurse). ROAR is a “one-stop-shop” in Baltimore City where victims of crime can access wraparound legal, case management, nurse care management, and therapy services all in one place. All the staff works collaboratively to provide support and advocacy to survivors of crime in Baltimore City, and to conduct outreach to, and establish strong working relationships with, organizations with which we partner, especially those working with people who are at higher-risk of victimization.

Everyone working at ROAR has a commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds, a dedication to social justice and access to justice for all victims of crime, and an understanding of the intersectionality of violence, racism, sexism, poverty, and other forms of discrimination. 

This is a part-time (20 hours/week), contractual position.
ROAR is located at 520 W Fayette Street, Suite 320, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Benefits Information   
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).    

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• Manage operations of the nurse care management program at ROAR to assist patients in accessing and fully utilizing medical care for acute medical needs following a violent victimization and/or chronic health needs often exacerbated by victimization.
• Work in collaboration with ROAR’s legal, case management, and therapy staff and partner organizations throughout Baltimore City to provide wrap-around care.
• Provide assessment of medical and psychosocial needs when required, and coordinate management of patients’ care with primary care physicians and specialists as needed by the patient.
• Act as liaison with other medical and social service providers in Baltimore City on behalf of patient as permissible by patient.
• Ensure all procedures and policies are compliant with HIPAA and other relevant laws regarding privacy of medical information.
• Create and facilitate health-related psychoeducational groups for our clients/patients.
• Seek IRB-approval, if necessary, for any outcomes studies and published research ROAR may undertake.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's degree. Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Nursing preferred.
Experience: Three (3) years experience nursing, clinical, or in a relevant research specialization related to the position. 
Preferred Experience: Experience in a federally qualified health center (FQHC) working with vulnerable patients with complex health and other needs. Experience working with confidential and sensitive information, providing health-related intervention, and conducting health-related psychoeducation. Experience with, or knowledge of, trauma informed care models of care. Experience working with crime victims or other marginalized and underserved populations who often have complex medical and other needs.
Certification/Licensure: Current Maryland license in good standing issued by the Maryland Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse or a multi-state licensure privilege to practice as a registered nurse in Maryland or appropriate federal district licensure where research is conducted.
Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Certification from Association of Clinical Research Professionals or Society of Clinical Research Associates preferred.

May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of local organizations that provide assistance to communities at high-risk of victimization preferred.
• Excellent coordination and organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues.
• Excellent oral and writing communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Salary: $43,750 - $52,000 (part-time, 50%25 FTE), commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.